Upper Town Tour: Discovering Tallinn's Heart

Tallinn offers a great diversity of experiences available to visitors.

While the lower part of the Old Town is packed with various places offering mostly gastronomical entertainment, the Upper Town represents a marvelous attraction for history appreciators.
From here, you can see how large and diverse Tallinn could be.

This tour offers a lovely opportunity to learn many curious facts about Estonia and get familiar with the history of Tallinn's most important landmarks. You will see how different eras of Estonia's development got reflected in local architecture and hear many exciting stories about former residents of the Toompea hill manors.

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in English

Guide: Gleb

Guiding since 2023

Hello there! My name is Gleb, and I am passionate about combining various types of cultural heritage. Browsing magnificent cities of the Baltics with a map in your hands is fun, but hearing the stories behind different landmarks enhances your experience and often makes you view the city's landscape from a new angle. After spending a fantastic year as the guide who introduced Tartu's heart to international visitors, I am here to show the multilayered story of Tallinn.

11 stops

1.3 km walking

2 hours

Meeting point:Niguliste 3, 10130 Tallinn, EstoniaI will be waiting for you next to the entrance to Niguliste Church and Art Museum. The more precise location is present on the map. If you still have any questions regarding the meeting spot, don't hesitate to send me a message in advance. I will have a blue folder in my arms so you will easily find me.Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

St. Nicholas' Church and MuseumOur meeting spot

Outside visit

Danish King's GardenYou will learn the story of the Danish conquest of Northern Estonia and see several monuments commemorating those events.

Outside visit

Maiden Tower Museum-CafeYou will see the remaining part of the town wall and learn the legends surrounding the Maiden Tower. We will also talk about city fortifications and commerce in old Tallinn.

11 stops

1.3 km walking

2 hours

Outside visit

St. Nicholas' Church and MuseumOur meeting spot

Outside visit

Danish King's GardenYou will learn the story of the Danish conquest of Northern Estonia and see several monuments commemorating those events.

Outside visit

Maiden Tower Museum-CafeYou will see the remaining part of the town wall and learn the legends surrounding the Maiden Tower. We will also talk about city fortifications and commerce in old Tallinn.

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Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 1 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.